The Sydney Roosters have begun early moves to lure Wallabies and NSW Waratahs standout Max Jorgensen to the NRL once the Rugby World Cup 2027 is complete, continuing the club’s deliberate push into rugby union talent.
According to News Corp journalist Brent Read, the Roosters have already opened discussions with Jorgensen about a potential switch.
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The home Rugby World Cup 2027 appears to be the main reason he remains committed to the fifteen-a-side game for now. Once that tournament concludes, the path will be clear for him to cross codes. Those talks are not new. The Sporting Base understands Jorgensen previously spoke with coach Trent Robinson and the Roosters’ recruitment staff in both 2022 and 2024.
Although neither conversation led to a deal. During that same period, the Roosters successfully secured high-profile rugby converts such as Joey Manu and Mark Nawaqanitawase, both of whom arrived as established stars. Nawaqanitawase even claimed the 2025 Ken Irvine Medal before agreeing to return to rugby the following year.
Sydney’s willingness to chase Rugby World Cup 2027 talent has been driven by chairman Nick Politis’ ability to compete financially with Rugby Australia, often coming close to matching union offers. The strategy has largely paid off, with the notable exception of the Joseph Suaalii saga.
In that case, Rugby Australia tabled a staggering five-million-dollar deal over three years, with two additional seasons built in as four-million-dollar options, effectively taking the teenager out of the Roosters’ reach.
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Rugby World Cup: Fullback Future Fuels Switch Talk
Rugby World Cup Australia is now trying to secure Jorgensen long-term, offering a five-year contract that would cover two Rugby World Cups, in 2027 in Australia and 2031 in the United States. That proposal was put forward in October, but the 21-year-old has yet to sign. Helping the Roosters’ cause is Jorgensen’s background. His father, Peter Jorgensen.
Played rugby league for Eastern Suburbs and Penrith, and Max has long spoken about wanting to test himself in the NRL. Many within league circles believe he could transition seamlessly, potentially debuting as a star fullback. There is also growing belief that the Roosters’ rugby-focused recruitment plan does not stop with Jorgensen.
The club is expected to explore bringing back players such as Manu, Nawaqanitawase, and Suaalii after the 2027 Rugby World Cup, although landing all three would be ambitious. If those plans gather momentum, 2027 could spark a broader NRL scramble for elite rugby talent. While clubs plan for the future, international rugby continues to measure itself against the past.
As another year closes, some long-standing records have fallen while others appear stubbornly out of reach, particularly among all-time international try-scorers. In 2025, several new benchmarks were set across the 24 nations already qualified for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. In South Africa, Bryan Habana remains the Springboks’ all-time leading try-scorer with 67, a figure that still feels untouchable. No current South African player is close.
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Rugby World Cup Final: No Clear Successor to Habana
With Makazole Mapimpi next best on 33. As the careers of recent stars wind down, in the Rugby World Cup Final, there is no obvious heir. Malcolm Marx has 27 tries, Kurt-Lee Arendse 23, and Cheslin Kolbe 21, but none look likely to threaten Habana before 2027. In New Zealand, Doug Howlett’s long-standing record of 49 tries finally appears under real threat. Will Jordan sits just four tries short.
Besides, if he upholds his extraordinary strike rate of close to a try per match, should reach or exceed the mark in 2026. Jordan added six more in 2025 alone, scoring against France, South Africa, Scotland, and England. Beauden Barrett is also within range on 45 and could yet join the chase. England’s record looks far safer. Rory Underwood’s 49 tries, or 50 counting his British and Irish Lions effort, still stand firm.
With Jonny May superannuated at 36, there is no clear contestant. Only Elliot Daly has reached 20 amongst vigorous companies, underscoring how difficult Underwood’s mark leaves to competition. Some things are enduring, and Brian O’Driscoll’s greatest looks set to stand for the predictable future.
O’Driscoll recorded 46 tries for Ireland, plus one for the Lions, 29 more than James Lowe’s local total. Keith Earls came closest, nonetheless superannuated, still 10 tries short. A record that in conclusion fell in 2025, when Damian Penaud overtook Serge Blanco’s 38 tries and reached the 40-try landmark.
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